Aroldis Chapman triggers vesting option for 2027

For Chapman, that inning also has an impact on 2027, too. It took him beyond the 40-inning mark this year, which triggers the vesting option in his contract for next season. As long as the veteran left-hander passes an end-of-year physical, he will be under contract with Boston for another season and make $13 million.

The 38-year-old closer has been magnificent in his two seasons with Boston….